Project Manager (Power Utility)

Jobot; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Project Manager with top-tier power utility experience for Chicago-based substations and heavy civil construction. You will lead the full lifecycle of power projects, manage budgets and schedules, and coordinate with field teams, subcontractors, and utility clients to ensure safe, high-quality delivery.

Qualified candidates have 5+ years in power utility or heavy civil PM, experience with substations, underground infrastructure, and duct banks, and proficiency in Procore,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in power utility or heavy civil construction.
• Experience with substations, electrical infrastructure, duct banks, or underground utilities.
• Ability to manage budgets, schedules, and multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle of power utility construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Oversee substation, underground electrical, and distribution infrastructure projects.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and forecasts.
• Coordinate with field teams, subcontractors, and utility clients to ensure successful delivery.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, quality control, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead project meetings, reporting, and client communication.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Scheduling

Stakeholder coordination

Safety/regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Procore

Primavera

MS Project

Job description

Project Manager with top-tier Power Utility Experience Needed!

Salary: $120,000 - $160,000 per year

Our client is a long-standing infrastructure contractor with over a century of experience delivering complex construction solutions across power, utility, transportation, and telecommunications sectors. This company has built a reputation for solving complex infrastructure challenges and delivering safe, high-quality work for both public and private clients.

With deep expertise in electrical infrastructure, underground utilities, and heavy civil construction, this company self-performs critical scopes of work - ensuring greater control over safety, quality, and project execution. Their power and utility division specializes in substation construction, underground electrical systems, and storm restoration, supporting essential infrastructure across major markets.

Why join us?

• Work on high-impact power and utility projects including substations, duct banks, and electrical distribution systems
• Strong emphasis on internal growth with clear pathways from field to leadership roles
• Stable, established organization with a long track record of success and repeat clients
• Commitment to safety, training, and quality execution across all projects
• Collaborative, solutions-oriented environment with hands-on leadership

Core Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle of power utility construction projects from preconstruction through closeout
• Oversee substation, underground electrical, and distribution infrastructure projects
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and forecasts
• Coordinate with field teams, subcontractors, and utility clients to ensure successful delivery
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, quality control, and regulatory requirements
• Lead project meetings, reporting, and client communication

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in power utility or heavy civil construction
• Strong experience with substations, electrical infrastructure, duct banks, or underground utilities
• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and multiple stakeholders
• Knowledge of utility standards, permitting, and safety regulations
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Procore, Primavera, MS Project)
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred

Preferred

• Experience working with utility providers or public infrastructure clients
• Background in self-perform construction environments
• OSHA certification or equivalent safety training

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.